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Battle Scars

I hide these marks
These battle scars
These constant reminders
Of the war I fought
Against myself

I hide this scars
And the story they tell
Because of all the shame
That comes with self-inflicted pain

I hide these silent screams
Not wanting to face the truth
I need them to fade
And take this part of me away

I hide these marks
These battle scars
These constant reminders
Of a war I fought
Against myself

Author notes

Another poem I wrote a while ago. I've been meaning to post it.
Written March 7th, 2005

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  • The Train Stop Girl
    May 9, 2005
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    I like this poem, as all your work this is a great peice, great emotions and great writing structure BUT I really wish you wouldnt cut it isn't good. You know my concerns. Love ya regardless.
    -XKristinX

  • un-n0rmal
    April 30, 2005
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    great

    Amazing poem, its well written too. Love it well done and keep up the good work.
    kati <3

    p.s. thanks for the comment on my poem. x


  • singtherevolution
    March 9, 2005
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    It really makes my head spin that you and I posted things called Battle Scars within, like, two days of each other. Heh.

    I think this is an amazing poem. I love the first/last stanza. Those particular words are just extremely powerful. I also really thought the use of "silent screams" was brilliant, because I think in a way that's exactly what self-injury is.

    I hope that you have been doing well in ending this war with yourself. I know it's a tough habit to break, and I wish you the best of luck. My heart goes out to you.